Change is all around us, the leaves are changing colors, the days are getting shorter, and we’re preparing for a big transition. It’s nature’s way of letting go of the old so she can prepare for the season of rebirth and renewal. And all of that gorgeous fall color reminds me how inspiring and beautiful… [Read More…]
Know When to Say YES!
We are all looking for new ways to expand our audience, grow our business, and make our lives even better, right? That means you’ve got to have the skills to recognize a promising opportunity and have the courage to go after it – and that’s not always easy! I have found that people often find… [Read More…]
Know When to Say No – Part 3
Your team is a vital part of your business’s success, and hopefully you love each and every member of your team – but today, we’re going to talk about what needs to happen when you DON’T! We’ve all been there! You bring somebody onboard with high hopes, but they just don’t live up to your… [Read More…]
Know When to Say No – Part 2
No business owner likes to lose clients, but sometimes we find ourselves in a client relationship that is no longer good for us or our business. Hopefully, it doesn’t happen often, but it’s still important to be able to recognize when it’s time to say goodbye. Nobody loves ALL their clients ALL the time. Sometimes… [Read More…]
Know When to Say No
Knowing when to say no is REALLY hard for business owners. We are programmed to say, “yes!” We’re trying to build our business, bring in new clients, take on more projects, and we feel like we have to say yes to EVERYTHING to make that happen. But as your company grows, there will come a… [Read More…]
My Best Advice for Entrepreneurs
I’ve been running my own business for a long time – I started when my kids were little, and now they’re both grown, and my son even has his own little one on the way! With all those years of experience, you definitely learn some things along the way. So today, I’m sharing my BEST… [Read More…]
The Secret to Less Stress
What’s the one thing almost all business owners have in common? STRESS! And lots of it! It’s completely understandable – owning a business is a huge responsibility. Your family is depending on you, your team is depending on you, and your name is on the line. That’s not easy. Owning a business will never be… [Read More…]
Strategies for Fearless Leaders
Building an empire requires dedication, motivation, and fearless leadership. You can’t maintain a thriving business without a strong team that’s just as invested in your success as you are- and teams with that level of commitment start with top-notch leaders. Today, I want to talk about some strategies for leading and motivating your team. Great… [Read More…]
Growing Your Business with Less Stress
I’ve got a question for you- how do you grow your business when you’re already maxed out? When you’re a solo practitioner or you work with a really small team, it can be incredibly hard to make that leap to the next level. You need to bring in new clients and pursue bigger opportunities, but… [Read More…]
Systems Save the Day!
Small businesses are awesome, but they do face one inherent problem- not a lot of manpower- or womanpower! Small teams often have far more tasks than time, and when you’re spending much of the business day attending to repetitive tasks, it diminishes your overall productivity and stalls your company’s ability to move forward. In order… [Read More…]